Baked Brown Rice
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4.4
Baked Brown Rice
Description
Baked Brown Rice uses a combination of aromatic ingredients like minced onion and garlic, sautéed in olive oil, then combined with rinsed long-grain brown rice and water. The mixture is brought briefly to a boil on the stove before transferring to the oven for about an hour. Baking allows the rice to steam gently and cook evenly without constant stirring. Once cooked, the rice is fluffed with a fork and seasoned with salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley, imparting freshness and color.
The finished grains have a tender yet firm texture typical of brown rice, with a mild onion and garlic background flavor. This approach offers a hands-off way to prepare brown rice alongside other dishes, useful when stovetop space is limited. It can be a side dish for many meals or a base for bowls and salads.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion minced, small
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 ¼ cups water
- 1½ cups brown rice rinsed well, long grain
- 2 Tbsp parsley chopped
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375
- In a medium Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until onions are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the water, increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the rice. Cover and bake about 60 minutes or until the rice is cooked through.
- Remove the pot from the oven, uncover and fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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